Watch: Jungkook Recruits BTS Bandmate V for Performance of “Seven”

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Fans attending a recent live performance by Jungkook were treated to a surprise collaboration that’s taken the internet by storm. The South Korean pop star was joined by his BTS bandmate V for a special rendition of “Seven,” Jungkook’s debut solo single and current radio hit featuring rapper Latto.

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The unannounced reunion happened during a recent taping of the South Korean television program Inkigayo, which spotlights live performances from some of the country’s biggest artists.

According to AllKPop, Jungkook and V’s on-stage reunion was not included in the episode’s initial broadcast. Shortly after, a clip of the moment was leaked on social media, causing a frenzy of excitement from fans.

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Released earlier this month, “Seven” was co-written by Latto and seasoned music producers Jon Bellion, Cirkut, Andrew Watt, and hit songwriter Theron Thomas. According to Billboard, the track earned Jungkook and Latto their first No. 1 hits when it debuted atop the Hot 100 and Global 200 charts.

Jungkook first rose to stardom nearly a decade ago as a member of the record-breaking boy band BTS. The K-Pop outfit has become a global phenomenon and one of the most-streamed acts globally, thanks to hits like “Dynamite” and “Boy With Luv.”

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In 2022, BTS made headlines when they announced the group would be going on hiatus until 2025 to allow its members to enlist in the South Korean military, a service required by all male citizens before their 28th birthday.

In the meantime, Jungkook seems to be focused on starting a new chapter as a solo artist, but it’s still unclear if the 25-year-old talent has a larger project in the works. During a recent live Q&A session with fans, Jungkook revealed V was also in the midst of prepping his own batch of solo music.

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